Morning SL
Oh no, how are you feeling today? Have you managed to get some rest and out of pain yet? Sorry to hear about the VA too. (lol I nearly typed VAT there, hazard of the job haha). I had one pain free day and yet woke up with another headache this morning. No messing about 2 paracetamol down the hatch at 4.30 am. I do think that this may be partially down to the low barometric pressure though. Possibly. It's at bay for now but you're always on edge waiting for the next twinge.
My natural cycle is having a bit of a party now. Not a full period but enough to need a liner. I'm now wondering whether I need to carry on with the progesterone for 5 more days if my lining is going. I know how fed up you are SL, I'm sick of this taking over my life. Hopefully today is a better day for you and you can relax at home.
Catlover it's funny you mention aspirin, as this is what the GP suggested to me, also interesting about the mirena and that you tolerate the progesterone ok! Which HRTs did you try which affected you? Do you still take oestrogen to accompany the Mirena? Yes, headache/migraine can come on so fast, my handbag is also laden with 2 x painkillers, anti nausea meds, magnesium and a 4head stick to smear on my head. Tiger balm is also good and similar, if you've not tried that.
It sometimes makes you wonder if it's all worth it, trying to balance everything. It's almost like I've got FOMO about being on HRT now, because I'm terrified of getting osteoporosis. I hope the theory is right, that the symptoms get worse the nearer you get to actual menopause. I'm not sure I will do very well if the other stuff now starts coming in, hot sweats and everything on top of this.
Love to you all x